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Corruption pipeline continues
After its military incursion into Venezuela, the Trump administration called American oil company executives to the White House. The administration demanded these companies invest billions to extract Venezuelan “dirty” oil—defined as extra-heavy, highly acidic crude, comparable to...
Nimsins reflects on resilience
Oakland rappers continue to uphold a longstanding tradition of hip-hop that prioritizes community accountability over individual fame. This vital local scene persists even as streaming metrics and corporate influence reshape the genre, often pushing grassroots voices to...
Social Eyes: Week of Feb. 12-18
This week's calendar picks of local events feature the Baylor Project, Heather Maloney, Jonny Fritz, Stanley Clarke, Kahil El’Zabar’s Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Martha Graham Dance Company, Ragana, Cedric Burnside, Monetochka, and Cat Power.
Prescott Market welcomes Fatto a Mano
Misinformation sure is easy to come by these days. A waiter once told me that it was acceptable to pronounce bruschetta with a soft “sh” sound....
Mohka House brings Yemeni coffee to the Dimond District
The Dimond District looks and feels like a neighborhood that’s often in an ongoing state of flux. Farmer Joe’s has been a longtime anchor while many...
